TAO Downtown

What groups say

Groups book large tables, the balcony or the Skybox private room for birthdays, bachelorettes, weddings and business dinners.

• Reviewers mention a Skybox private room overlooking the main dining room, booked in a timed block such as 9 to 12.
• Reported group sizes range from 7 to 18, plus a balcony birthday of 14 and a large event with over 700 guests.
• Food is ordered family style to share; one business dinner used the set Harmonized Menu, and Sunday brunch is a buffet around 75 to 86 dollars per person with a 35 dollar cocktail add-on.
• A party of 7 reported a bill under 700 dollars; several reviewers call the restaurant expensive overall.

Drawn from 70 Google reviews of TAO Downtown that mention a group, a private room or a celebration, read September 2026. The reviews below describe a group visit, private rooms and larger events first, with the critical ones kept in.

• wedding dinner, party of 18

  We had our wedding dinner at TAO for 18 people, and it was honestly one of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had. I only confirmed everything the day before, and Kayla made the entire process so easy. She responded quickly, handled every detail, and made me feel completely at ease. From the moment we walked in, everyone took such great care of us. The managers, servers, and waitstaff were all so attentive and genuinely happy to help. The food came out perfectly, they handled our wedding cake without us having to worry about a thing, and they made the whole evening feel effortless. They also gave us a table with an amazing view, which made our wedding dinner even more special. Every single person in our group had a wonderful time. Thank you to the entire TAO team for making our wedding celebration so memorable. I would absolutely recommend celebrating a special occasion here, you won’t be disappointed.

• bachelorette private room

  I got a private room (believe it was called the skybox) for my sister in laws bachelorette dinner. The food was really great and although it was expensive there was an INSANE amount of food so you got your moneys worth. The view of the room was great it over looked the restaurant. I was told we would have a private bathroom BUT it was so dirty we just used the regular public one. Also random people walked into our room several times to take pictures which was awkward. Also we paid for the room from 9-12. We ordered our food immediately (we actually arrive 15 min early) and they took a while to bring out the food -which is fine. But at the end the waiter said we went over our time but he told the restaurant it was okay- as if to do us a favor but it was not our fault. They didnt even bring out the check -they just charged to the card I had put on file. I had to ask to know what the final cost was which I found weird he had just said all is good we could go… but I didn’t know what was even charged… Overall it was nice.

• private event

  I hosted a private event here and while the food was delicious, the service left a bad taste in my mouth. Our bill was over $4k and we had servers throwing plates on our table not caring that we had a child and guests with a shellfish allergy. Post event I sent an email to the event manager and haven’t even received a courtesy response or at least acknowledgment of the situation. Will definitely never host an event here again.

• birthday party balcony, party of 14

  Sat in the balcony for a birthday party of 14. Worth the view and ambience Drinks were very reasonable Food was ok. Service was the best

• group dinner, party of 13

  Love love love this place! The ambience the food and the hospitality was a 10-10…we were a party of 13 and the waitress did an amazing job taking care us all…our food came out hot and delicious 😋…

Good to know

This enormous Pan-Asian eatery is known for a huge Quan Yin centerpiece & a trendy crowd.

Hours, spend and amenities from Google. Private event hours and minimums are set by the restaurant.

Frequently asked questions

Does TAO Downtown have a private dining room?

Yes. TAO Downtown offers a private dining room for groups in Chelsea. 4 private rooms; 15-1,500 guests; 30,000 sq ft David Rockwell-designed space.

How much does it cost to book a private event at TAO Downtown?

Guests at TAO Downtown typically spend $100+ per person on a regular visit, according to Google, before drinks and tip. A private room or group booking is usually priced on a food and beverage minimum that scales from that per-head figure rather than a flat room fee. Minimums run higher on Friday and Saturday nights and through December. Contact TAO Downtown for the current minimum and deposit terms.

When is TAO Downtown open?

TAO Downtown is open Monday to Thursday 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM, Friday and Saturday 5:00 PM to 1:00 AM, and Sunday 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM, serving brunch and dinner. The restaurant takes reservations for regular tables. Private rooms can often be booked outside these hours, including daytime events, so ask when you inquire.

What kind of restaurant is TAO Downtown?

TAO Downtown is a $$$$ Pan-Asian restaurant in Chelsea, New York City, rated 4.3 stars across 5,627 Google reviews. Google describes it as: This enormous Pan-Asian eatery is known for a huge Quan Yin centerpiece & a trendy crowd. It has outdoor seating and a wheelchair accessible entrance.

What do guests say about group dining at TAO Downtown?

Groups book large tables, the balcony or the Skybox private room for birthdays, bachelorettes, weddings and business dinners. Reviewers mention a Skybox private room overlooking the main dining room, booked in a timed block such as 9 to 12. Reported group sizes range from 7 to 18, plus a balcony birthday of 14 and a large event with over 700 guests. Food is ordered family style to share; one business dinner used the set Harmonized Menu, and Sunday brunch is a buffet around 75 to 86 dollars per person with a 35 dollar cocktail add-on. A party of 7 reported a bill under 700 dollars; several reviewers call the restaurant expensive overall. Reviewers praise: large shareable portions and rolling table make family-style dining easy; staff handled wedding cakes, birthday desserts and last-minute changes; dramatic multi-level space with strong celebration atmosphere; skybox room overlooks the dining room and delivers lots of food. Watch for: repeated complaints about rude or inattentive servers with large parties; music and noise make conversation hard at big tables; setup confusion, long waits at seating and timed room slots. Based on 70 Google reviews of TAO Downtown that mention a group, a private room or a celebration.

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